Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg, founded in 1502, is located in Halle (Saale), Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. It is a comprehensive university known for its strong research output and diverse academic programs. The university offers a wide range of disciplines, including humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and economics.

It has a notable reputation for its research in areas such as molecular biology, economics, and social sciences. The university emphasizes interdisciplinary research and has numerous partnerships with institutions both within Germany and internationally.